Villa Carlotta Villas in Sicily in Cefalu

Description

Step straight on to the beach from this eye-catching family villa, with a garden and rooftop Jacuzzi, situated close to the coastal village of Finale di Pollina on Sicily’s north coast. The resort of Cefalù is just 15 minutes by car to the east and Palermo just a little further. Bright and contemporary, Villa Carlotta is a very attractive base for a week by the sea.

Sea views and the option of slipping through the garden gate on to the mainly pebbly beach make this villa a very appealing option for families or a group of friends. Down on the beach, there is a small patio with umbrella and sun beds for the exclusive use of the villa, but this stretch of beach rarely gets overly busy. For those days when you prefer not to be on the beach, there is a spacious lawn, with a large umbrella and swing chair, overlooked by a shaded terrace, with a table, chairs and separate lounge-style sofa and armchairs.

External steps lead up to the roof terrace where a fabulous heated Jacuzzi provides the ultimate chill-out zone. The garden also has a barbecue, outdoor shower and a kitchen garden with fruit and vegetables.

The villa is situated on one floor, with a bright open plan living space that is accessed directly from the terrace. The living room is split into the kitchen, dining area and a lounge with two sofas. The bedrooms (three doubles) have a fresh, modern feel and the two bathrooms, each with a shower cubicle, are newly-renovated. A garden den, with bunk beds (and toilette) is an ideal bedroom for teenagers.

The area

This unique, beachfront villa is located at short drive distance to Finale di Pollina, a charming seaside village just a few miles from Palermo, on the northern coast of Sicily. The beach is literally on your doorstep and the panoramic terrace enjoys a splendid view of the whole coast.

Finale di Pollina features good restaurants, trattorie, pizzerie and bars. There is also a good selection of well-equipped supermarkets, greengrocers, butchers and bakeries.

Just 15mins drive via motorway there is the popular fishing village of Cefalù, with its spectacularly sited Norman cathedral, medieval town centre and sandy beach. Cefalù also offers a good and varied selection of fish restaurants and bars. Banks, shops and supermarkets can be found in town.

A little further afield, though still only about an hour away, is the Greek temple and theatre at Segesta. The archaelogical site of Himera can be reached in less than 40 minutes by car.